We’re all human and most of us do it to varying degrees and in various situations, but what exactly is procrastination and is it always a bad thing?
When looking for your next job, how do you tell if an organisation is the right fit for you and your professional style? My colleague Rowan O’Grady, President of Hays in Canada, recently wrote about using a job interview to assess if an employer is the right fit based on their work-life balance expectations, workplace environment, level of familiarity, expectations around conformity and level of teamwork. He also said it’s important to trust your gut instinct.
Continue reading Ask these questions to tell if an organisation is the right fit for you
Smartphones, tablets and wearable devices are having the same game-changing effect on the world of work that personal computers had thirty years ago. Just think of all the different pieces of kit you would have needed to carry around which can now be found on a single device; a telephone, a pager, a camera, a notepad, a calculator, a calendar, a computer, a cassette player, a map – the list goes on.
The advances in technology over the last couple of decades are quite remarkable, and at this point seem quite limitless – there are already ways you can turn your smartphone into a virtual reality headset. But it isn’t all fun and games; you can also use your smartphone to help organise and streamline your working life.
Continue reading 10 mobile apps to help you work smarter
Despite the growing popularity of LinkedIn recommendations, traditional references are still considered to be one of the most credible endorsements of your skills, experience and suitability to the role for which you are being considered for.
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While the job market for the majority of sectors across the globe, generally speaking, is in a lot better place now than it was five years ago, you’d still consider yourself fortunate to receive multiple job offers.
The problem is that, while having options is a blessing, many jobseekers don’t know how to deal with more than one offer without damaging their relationships with the organisations whose offers they decide not to accept.
Continue reading 6 steps to dealing with multiple job offers
Striking a balance between work and personal life isn’t easy. So, what is it that makes your CV stand out from all the rest? The answer is simple – its ability to answer three key questions concisely.
In the modern world of work, the boundary between work and home has become increasingly blurred. Around 28% of employees worldwide now work primarily from home. This has increased four-fold since 2015.
Continue reading How to maintain a healthy work-life balance
As recruiters, we are regularly asked by candidates what certifications and degrees are needed to get a job. Quite honestly, when it comes to IT jobs, it depends.
Continue reading Qualifications vs. experience – what matters most in IT?
